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Reynolds finishes third in final All-Star voting	7/9/2009 3:51 PM
Phillies outfielder Shane Victorino and Tigers third baseman Brandon Inge were elected by fans to the All-Star Game.
Coyotes broadcaster Pang to St. Louis	7/9/2009 8:00 PM
Phoenix Coyotes broadcaster Darren Pang has accepted a similar position with the St. Louis Blues.
Cardinals sign 3rd-round draft pick	7/9/2009 11:52 AM
The Cardinals signed Alabama safety Rashad Johnson to a three-year contract Thursday.
Suns won't make luxury-tax payment	7/8/2009 9:34 PM
The Suns' luxury-tax hit will be more than covered by the escrow payout that each team is given.
Stoudemire opens up about future	7/8/2009 4:59 PM
Amaré Stoudemire talked publicly for the first time since the Suns nearly traded him to Golden State.
ASU baseball assistant coach may leave	7/8/2009 9:55 PM
Josh Holliday confirmed Wednesday that he is in discussions to take a similar job at Vanderbilt.
Mercury use 22-2 run to rout Sky	7/8/2009 10:36 PM
The Mercury opened with a 22-2 opening run to rout the Chicago Sky 90-70 Wednesday night.
D-Backs take big step with sweep	7/8/2009 6:57 PM
With a 6-2 win over the Padres, the Diamondbacks completed their first sweep of the season.
Notes: Hinch to take bullpen day-by-day	7/8/2009 7:56 PM
Tony Pena's departure won't change A.J. Hinch's decision-making when it comes to bullpen roles.
Ex-ASU star Nordqvist in U.S. Open	7/8/2009 11:44 PM
Former ASU star Anna Nordqvist is among 11 Valley residents in the U.S. Women's Open.

Phoenix Suns

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Suns intensify bid to retain Hill	7/9/2009 11:15 PM
The Suns' bosses paid a visit to Grant Hill and Orlando that appears to put the Suns back in front for his services next season.
Stoudemire opens up about future	7/8/2009 4:59 PM
Amaré Stoudemire talked publicly for the first time since the Suns nearly traded him to Golden State.
Suns won't make luxury-tax payment	7/8/2009 9:34 PM
The Suns' luxury-tax hit will be more than covered by the escrow payout that each team is given.
Marion to Mavericks in complex deal	7/9/2009 2:45 PM
The Mavericks, Raptors, Grizzlies and Magic combined in a massive swap Thursday that included eight players, a draft pick and stacks of cash.
Source: Mavericks to acquire Shawn Marion	7/9/2009 2:00 AM
A person with knowledge of the deal says the Dallas Mavericks will acquire forward Shawn Marion from Toronto.
Free agent McDyess chooses Spurs	7/9/2009 1:44 AM
The San Antonio Spurs landed free agent Antonio McDyess on Wednesday.
Knicks make Hill contract offer	7/7/2009 8:53 PM
New York offered Hill the option of a one-year, $5 million contract or a three-year, $10 million deal.
Young: Mavs busy; Suns . . . not so much	7/7/2009 5:48 PM
Young: Dallas makes the moves Phoenix fans can only wish the Suns would.
Another big check from Barkley for Tahoe wildfire	7/8/2009 11:08 AM
NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley is making another big contribution to help the victims of a wildfire that destroyed more than 250 homes at Lake Tahoe two years ago.
Hill looking at Suns, Celtics, Knicks	7/6/2009 8:57 PM
If Grant Hill is down to three teams, the Suns may be the only one giving him a chance to win and start.

Arizona Cardinals

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Boivin: Warners' approach suits fans	7/9/2009 10:44 PM
It is evident that there is a captive audience interested in the way this couple runs its life.
Cardinals sign 3rd-round draft pick	7/9/2009 11:52 AM
The Cardinals signed Alabama safety Rashad Johnson to a three-year contract Thursday.
Dockett will attend Cardinals camp	7/6/2009 7:34 PM
Darnell Dockett says he will not allow his contract issues to affect his performance this season.
Warner and wife to promote new book	7/7/2009 1:17 AM
Kurt Warner and his wife will make several Valley appearances this week to promote their new book.
Police: McNair shot dead in sleep by girlfriend	7/8/2009 2:49 PM
Former NFL star Steve McNair was shot dead in his sleep last week by a 20-year-old girlfriend distraught about mounting financial problems and her belief that he was seeing someone else, police said Wednesday.
Associate: Mechelle McNair didn't know of affair	7/8/2009 10:33 AM
An associate said Wednesday that the wife of ex-NFL quarterback Steve McNair didn't know about Sahel Kazemi before the 20-year-old woman was found dead alongside her husband on the Fourth of July.
Yahoo, NFLPA settle fantasy game lawsuit	7/7/2009 4:37 PM
Yahoo Inc. and the NFL Players Association have reached a settlement over the use of players' statistics, photos and other data in Yahoo's popular online fantasy football game, but details were not released Tuesday.
Fisher: McNair a 'great person'	7/6/2009 4:11 PM
Emotional coach says former QB Steve McNair was a ''great person'' who put Titans on NFL map.
Titans remember McNair for toughness	7/4/2009 10:08 PM
When the Houston Oilers fled Texas for Tennessee more than a decade ago, the franchise needed a face to sell the NFL in a place where college football ruled for decades.
Jets LB Pace suspended for 4 games	7/2/2009 4:59 PM
Ex-Cardinal Calvin Pace suspended for violating NFL policy on performance-enhancers.

Arizona Diamondbacks

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D-Backs suffer historic collapse	7/9/2009 11:33 PM
Thursday night's 14-7 loss to the Florida Marlins was more than stunning and embarrassing; it was epic and historic.
A new Mark Reynolds in town?	7/9/2009 5:09 PM
Mark Reynolds has provided a recent spark for the Diamondbacks - on and off the field. {snl} Profile
D-Backs Extra: Q&A with Tony Clark	7/9/2009 4:56 PM
Weekly features on Diamondbacks baseball from The Arizona Republic.
D-Backs open vs. Marlins - game chat	7/9/2009 7:40 PM
Winners of 5 in a row, the Diamondbacks open a 4-game set with Florida in Phoenix.
Reynolds finishes third in final All-Star voting	7/9/2009 3:51 PM
Phillies outfielder Shane Victorino and Tigers third baseman Brandon Inge were elected by fans to the All-Star Game.
Reynolds shifts gears after vote	7/9/2009 9:16 PM
Diamondbacks third baseman Mark Reynolds shifted gears quickly Thursday afternoon.
Notes: D-Backs' position crunch at first base	7/9/2009 9:17 PM
With this week's acquisition of first-base prospect Brandon Allen, the Diamondbacks are facing a position crunch.
Nolasco's transformation boosting Marlins	7/9/2009 9:32 PM
How have two minor-league starts transformed Ricky Nolasco from one of the major leagues' worst pitchers in April and May to one of the best since June?
D-Backs take big step with sweep	7/8/2009 6:57 PM
With a 6-2 win over the Padres, the Diamondbacks completed their first sweep of the season.
Notes: Hinch to take bullpen day-by-day	7/8/2009 7:56 PM
Tony Pena's departure won't change A.J. Hinch's decision-making when it comes to bullpen roles.

Phoenix Coyotes

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Young goalies learning at camp	7/9/2009 2:10 AM
Three goalies are in the development camp, which runs through Saturday, including Michael Lee.
NHL accuses Moyes of trying to derail sale	7/9/2009 6:55 PM
The NHL is accusing Phoenix Coyotes owner Jerry Moyes of trying to derail the sale of the team to a group headed by Jerry Reinsdorf.
Coyotes broadcaster Pang to St. Louis	7/9/2009 8:00 PM
Phoenix Coyotes broadcaster Darren Pang has accepted a similar position with the St. Louis Blues.
National Hockey League hints at another bidder for Coyotes	7/9/2009 4:14 PM
But any second bidder has missed the deadline to file a preliminary offer by about two weeks.
Claude Lemieux retires again	7/8/2009 11:01 AM
Claude Lemieux announced his retirement again, wrapping up a 21-year career with 4 Stanley Cups.
Glendale faces Coyotes records fight vs. Goldwater Institute	7/8/2009 9:45 AM
Glendale says Phoenix Coyotes records should remain secret until city finishes negotiations.
Coyotes set for development camp	7/7/2009 5:05 PM
Coyotes draft picks, prospects will participate Wednesday through Saturday in Peoria.
Fiddler helps fill 2 voids for Coyotes	7/3/2009 5:42 PM
Faceoffs and penalty-killing should improve with the signing of free-agent center Vern Fiddler.
Will Moyes, Gretzky get paid after Coyotes' bankruptcy sale?	7/6/2009 6:33 PM
Glendale lawyers may challenge if money from the sale is owed to Jerry Moyes and Wayne Gretzky.
Coyotes sign veteran defenseman	7/2/2009 6:19 PM
Adrian Aucoin is hoping to add another dimension to the Coyotes' defensive scheme.

ASU Sports

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Q&A with former ASU wrestler Danny Felix	7/8/2009 11:35 PM
Danny Felix was an All-American and three-time Pac-10 champion in wrestling at Arizona State.
ASU baseball assistant coach may leave	7/8/2009 9:55 PM
Josh Holliday confirmed Wednesday that he is in discussions to take a similar job at Vanderbilt.
Glasser's tenure defined by resilience	7/6/2009 10:32 PM
Derek Glasser is scheduled to work out with Magic Johnson in Los Angeles later this month.
Strasburg tops Leake for Dick Howser Trophy	7/3/2009 1:11 AM
Arizona State right-hander Mike Leake was in the running for the award.
ASU's Weber on 'Playboy' All-America team	7/2/2009 1:45 AM
Arizona State junior kicker Thomas Weber was named to the Playboy preseason All-America team for the second year in a row.
What's up with... Rodger Farrington	7/1/2009 6:25 PM
Former Sun Devil defensive standout is set to get his degree after 11 years of pro basketball.
Report: Texas WR commits to ASU	6/30/2009 5:05 PM
According to rivals.com, ASU has picked up a commitment from a Texas wide receiver.
ASU finishes 12th in Director's Cup standings	6/29/2009 11:26 PM
Arizona State finished 12th in standings for the Director's Cup, presented annually to the nation's top all-around college athletic department.
Sendek is hitting his stride	6/29/2009 5:26 PM
Bickley: ASU basketball coach Herb Sendek says 'Now we have some chips... we're in the game."
Thunder introduce Harden, newest additions	6/27/2009 10:36 PM
''It's finally here. It's just a great moment,'' said Harden, the former ASU guard who was taken third overall in Thursday night's draft.

High School Sports

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District investigating Chavez recruiting allegations	7/9/2009 8:18 PM
Phoenix Union High School District administrators are investigating allegations that one of the state's winningest high school football coaches recruited players to his program, officials said.
Mountain View alums reunite in NFL	7/4/2009 1:15 AM
John Beck signed a free-agent contract with the Baltimore Ravens, reuniting with his former Toro teammate Todd Heap.
Dobson's Bailey commits to Portland	7/2/2009 4:49 PM
Mesa Dobson forward John Bailey gave the University of Portland a commitment to play basketball.
Desert Mountain alum pushes women's lacrosse	6/28/2009 9:26 PM
Caitlyn O'Brien has fought hard to bring visibility to women's lacrosse.
Transfer gives Horizon stronger backcourt	6/26/2009 4:19 PM
The arrival of Florida basketball player Anthony Anderson seems to have given Horizon a more unified group.
Sports run deep in McConnell family	6/20/2009 3:40 PM
Father's Day is spent like most days in the McConnell family - with either a basketball or baseball.
Report: Chaparral player died of oxycodone overdose	6/19/2009 4:20 PM
Brandon Martin, of Scottsdale, died March 9 after a friend called 911 when he couldn't wake him.
Highland names boys basketball coach	6/18/2009 3:26 PM
Scott Lovely has been hired to replace Mark Carlino as the boys basketball coach at Gilbert Highland High.
MLB's 5th-overall pick has Arizona ties	6/18/2009 4:49 PM
Matt Hobgood, the No. 5 overall pick by the Baltimore Orioles, was on track to attend Greenway High School when tragedy struck.
Decision on Highland hoops job coming soon	6/17/2009 7:21 PM
Highland has completed the process of searching for a new coach. The big question is: Will hotshot junior-to-be guard Nick Johnson stay?